Jack the Ripper: Irish Connections [From the Archives]

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Operation Green: Hitler's Plan for Ireland

In 1939, Ireland declared itself neutral in the Second World War. But neutrality did not mean the island was safe. Indeed, both Germany and Britain developed plans to occupy the entire island.This episode focuses on Operation Green, Hitler's secret invasion plan for Ireland, and ...  Show more

Divided Loyalties: The Irish Who Fought for Britain

The Irish War of Independence & Revolution saw the IRA pitted against Crown forces across the island. However, on the ground in Ireland, allegiance was often more complicated than is sometimes remembered.Ireland had a long tradition of service in the British Army, and during the ...  Show more

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